SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138A
HBUKGB4138A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4138A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 38A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leighton Buzzard Branch |
| City | Leighton Buzzard |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HBUK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 41 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 38A Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138A?
The code HBUKGB4138A belongs to Leighton Buzzard Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4138A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4138A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4138A mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 38A identifies the department Leighton Buzzard Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Do I need HBUKGB4138A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4138A.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.